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Guitar Amplifiers. By: Kristen Crager. The Amplifier. A guitar amplifier, or amp; is designed to make the sound of an acoustic or electric guitar louder so that it may be heard. Amps in the early days. It was first introduced in the 1930’s Was not originally made for electronic instruments
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Guitar Amplifiers By: Kristen Crager
The Amplifier A guitar amplifier, or amp; is designed to make the sound of an acoustic or electric guitar louder so that it may be heard.
Amps in the early days • It was first introduced in the 1930’s • Was not originally made for electronic instruments • Was popularized for ‘Hawaiian’ music
Manufacturers • Behringer • Peavey • Marshall • Harmony
Advancements in Amps • First used with Bass guitars and keyboards. • Other instruments produce wider frequency. • Also need a Woofer and Sub-Woofer.
Different types of Amps • Acoustic Amplifiers • Bass Amplifiers • Hard-rock Amplifiers
On the Job • Guitars in Jazz band. • Electric Upright basses. • Can also be used for keyboards.
Conclusion • You just learned about one of the greatest inventions ever, congratulations =]
References http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guitar_amplifier http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_upright_bass http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bass_guitar